Curated OER
Across Five Aprils
Eighth graders are introduced to the novel "Across Five Aprils" written by Irene Hunt. They become familiar with the people, places, and events referenced in the story and comprehend the story of the Civil War. Students are given a...
White House Historical Association
White House Historical Association: The Great Cause of Union
Information with lesson plan for grades 9-12 about Abraham Lincoln's presidency focuses on the decisions and political actions he had to make throughout the Civil War.
Other
Map of the Union and Confederate States
Two maps showing the Union and Confederate states at the beginning of the Civil War.
The History Place
The History Place: A Nation Divided 1861 1865
This site presents a simple map detailing the divided nation during the U.S. Civil war.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: A Nation Divided
[Free Registration/Login Required] This is an interactive map of the United States in the year 1861, as the Confederacy formed and separated from the Union.